Nigel Martyn backs Frank Lampard as the best option for new manager at Everton

Former Everton goalkeeper Nigel Martyn believes Frank Lampard represents the club’s best option as manager to keep the club up and plan for the future. It is understood the former Chelsea midfielder and head coach has now moved ahead of Vitor Pereira – the former favourite before his bizarre television interview on Wednesday – with the club set for further talks. The ex-England international, who also has experience managing Derby in the SkyBet Championship, was installed on a shortlist which included the quickly-discounted Roberto Martinez, Pereira, Fabio Cannavaro and former Toffees striker Wayne Rooney.